How does the role of the executive differ in a presidential system versus a parliamentary system of government?

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The executive in a presidential system is elected by the people, while in a parliamentary system, the executive is selected by the legislature.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which philosopher argued that the government's primary role was to protect natural rights to life, liberty, and property?
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Locke
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What was the primary purpose of the Three-Fifths Compromise?
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To decide how to count enslaved people for purposes of taxation and representation
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Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?
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Judicial branch
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What does the Supremacy Clause in Article VI of the Constitution establish?
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The Constitution is the supreme law of the land
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees protection from unreasonable searches and seizures? Options: First Amendment, Fourth Amendment, Fifth Amendment, Sixth Amendment
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Fourth Amendment
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Which of the following is an example of a check the executive branch has on the legislative branch? Vetoing bills, Declaring laws unconstitutional, Appointing judges, Passing amendments
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Vetoing bills
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